Pontins used ‘undesirable guests’ list of Irish surnames, says whistleblower

As part of the agreement, Pontins must investigate the “undesirable guests” list, take appropriate action and ensure lessons are learned. File photo: Ben Birchall/PA

The owner of Pontins in the UK has entered into a legal agreement with the UK's human rights watchdog after a whistleblower revealed it was using an “undesirable guests” list to exclude Gypsies and Travellers.

Britannia Jinky Jersey Limited is working with the UK's Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) to prevent racial discrimination after a Pontins employee said the British holiday park company was operating a discriminatory bookings policy.